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Malamar 46/98

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Set: Ancient Origins Released: Aug 12, 2015

Pokémon: Malamar

Darkness Type Common Illustrator: Masakazu Fukuda Pull Rate:1 in 4.6 packs (21.7%) Evolves From: Inkay

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0.06 $0.01 (14.29%)

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0.42 $0.02 (5.00%)

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Malamar 46/98 Graded Prices

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA7	7.50	—	x125

Malamar 46/98 Graded Prices

PSA 10 Gem Mint
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PSA 9 Mint
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PSA 8 Near Mint-Mint
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40.00%
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PSA 6 Excellent-Mint
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PSA 5 Excellent
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PSA 3 Very Good
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PSA 2 Good
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PSA 1 Poor
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Is Malamar 46/98 worth grading?

Net profit at each grade — after grading, fees & tax on a $0.42 raw copy.

Grading + shipping $ Sale fees & tax %

Break-even $32.67

$0.42

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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $0.42 raw cost.

Keep in mind: Don't forget about PSA upcharges! High-value cards that get top grades are often bumped to higher pricing tiers by PSA, which can alter your final profit margins.

Malamar 46/98 Population Report

About Malamar

It lures prey close with hypnotic motions, then wraps its tentacles around it before finishing it off with digestive fluids.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Malamar
TypeDarkness
National Pokédex #[687]
Card Number 46/98
Card RarityCommon
Pull Rate1 in 4.6 packs (21.7%)
IllustratorMasakazu Fukuda
LanguageEnglish
Release Date12/08/2015
SeriesXY
Expansion Ancient Origins
Evolves From
Inkay
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKalos
Generation Generation 6

Card Attributes

Energy Type Darkness
Health Points90 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Resistance Psychic -20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Entangling Control
Switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with his or her Active Pokémon. The new Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Trash Tentacle30
Put a card from your discard pile into your hand.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Malamar rising from crashing ocean waves, its tentacles swirling hypnotically as it prepares to ensnare prey, framed by a dynamic backdrop of splashing water and a cloudy, turbulent sky.

Playability Overview

Malamar's ability to confuse and disrupt opponents by switching their Active Pokémon, combined with resource recovery from the discard pile, makes it useful for strategic control and sustained card advantage.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Hypnotic WatersThis Malamar exudes a mysterious vibe with its swirling tentacles and the deep blue tones. I’d suggest placing it in a section dedicated to aquatic Pokémon that evoke a sense of intrigue. The hypnotic theme makes it an ideal fit alongside cards featuring psychic or illusionary elements, enhancing the overall atmosphere.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean Depths / Mysterious / Dark Blue / Mind Games / Tentacle Terror

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Malamar 46/98

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Malamar 46/98 Graded Prices

Malamar 46/98 Population Report

Is Malamar 46/98 worth grading?

About Malamar

Card Details

Card Attributes

Attacks

Malamar #46/98 Discussion

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